To fall into the exception, the game can be poker, pinochle, bridge, rummy, canasta, hearts, dominoes, or mah-jongg, the winnings of any player in a single round, hand, or game cannot exceed $10 in value, the game must be inside a dwelling, no admission can be charged, no one can get commission, no advertising can be done, and the game cannot be with anyone under 18 years of age. If the poker playing does not fall into the penny- ante exception under Florida Statute 849.085,the poker players having a little fun will have big trouble if they are caught. We have all seen on TV or in the movies a bunch of guys sitting around a table playing poker for fun.
Well, what about Bingo? Bingo is prohibited except for certain non-profit organizations.
Those casinos are actually on Indian Territory and the Florida Lottery is an exception. Did you know it could be illegal to gamble at your home? You might be shocked especially since there are casinos around South Florida and there is the Florida Lottery.
